Step 1: Research 
The Buyz123 guide
Read how this guide can assist your decision-making and ensure that you consider all your options before making a purchase.
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What is available on the market?
Research the various types of clothes irons that are available on the market and what features you need to know about before you buy.
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- Types - combination, steam or dry iron
- Corded or cordless, wattage
- Thermostat and temperature adjustment
- Iron surface - steel, aluminium, ceramic, Teflon coated
Is it suited to me?
Ask yourself these key questions to make sure that your new clothes iron is the right choice for you.
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- How often am I going to use a clothes iron?
- What types of fabrics am I intending to iron?
- How varied are my ironing temperature needs?
- How much am I willing to spend?
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Step 1: Evaluation 
Once you know what's available - it's time to narrow down the options
Look at how well each particular clothes iron meets your particular needs and eliminate the ones that don't suit you.
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- Advantages of steam, dry and combination iron types
- Digital, dial or slide controls
- Safety features
- Water tank - top filling
My features list
Use this list to get a quick and effective overview of the clothes iron and to ensure that it has all the features that are most important to you.
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Comparing clothes irons to one another
Consider these questions to help you make that final choice.
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- Which clothes iron is the best value for money?
- Which has the best sole plate quality and design?
- Which clothes iron suits my needs the best?
- Which do I like the best?
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Step 1: Purchase 
I want to buy it - but how?
The different ways you can buy a clothes iron and the pros and cons of each method.
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- Internet, mail order, department store or appliance store
- Choosing a seller - questions to ask
- Ordering and delivery - return policies, guarantees
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